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Executive Director - Inpatient Operations

Company: Mercy
Location: Chesterfield
Posted on: February 16, 2026

Job Description:

Find your calling at Mercy! Overview Responsible for the provision of nursing care in respective division. Directs the quality and resource management for areas of responsibility. Accountable to insure implementation of current standards of practice and care. Works collaboratively with the physicians and other departments to achieve quality patient outcomes. Responsible for compliance with licensing and regulatory standards. Promotes professional nursing practice by insuring competency validation and providing ongoing clinical continuing education opportunities. Participates in the development and implementation of strategic and business plans for areas of responsibility. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards. Position Details: Executive Director of Operations Location: Schedule: Full- Time, 40 Hours per week - Onsite Position Summary The Executive Director of Operations is a leadership role accountable for driving operational excellence, strategic alignment, and system-wide performance across Nursing Services. This leader will partner closely with clinical and administrative executives to ensure the delivery of high-quality, efficient, patient-centered care across all acute care facilities. Qualifications - Nursing Degree strongly preferred. Inpatient nursing experience strongly preferred. - Master’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Nursing, Business Administration, or related field required. - Minimum of 7-10 years of progressive leadership experience in acute care operations or nursing leadership. - Prefer strong background of inpatient services - Proven success overseeing multi-site or system-level clinical operations. - Strong knowledge of hospital operations, regulatory standards, performance improvement, and workforce management. - Demonstrated ability to lead large interdisciplinary teams through change and organizational growth. Why Mercy? From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32 hours per pay period. Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us. By applying, you consent to your information being transmitted to the Employer by SonicJobs. See Mercy Terms & Conditions at and Privacy Policy at and SonicJobs Privacy Policy at and Terms of Use at Category:Executive, Keywords:Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Location:Chesterfield, MO-63006

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